Atty. Todd Michael Lantz
Todd Michael Lantz is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, complex litigation, trial practice and 5 other areas of law. Todd received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 17+ Years Experience
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About Todd Michael Lantz at a Glance
Todd Michael Lantz is a criminal defense, business, ip, litigation, and adr attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. Court of Appeals, Eight Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. Distri (2009). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2009) and University of Iowa (B.A., 2006). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Polk County Bar Association. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Todd Michael Lantz
- Todd Michael Lantz is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, complex litigation, trial practice and 5 other areas of law
- Todd received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
- Todd practices in Des Moines, IA
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Todd Michael Lantz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Todd Michael Lantz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Criminal Defense in Des Moines
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business & Corporate Law in Des Moines
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Intellectual Property in Des Moines
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Civil Litigation in Des Moines
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Des Moines
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Des Moines are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Des Moines Choose Todd Michael Lantz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Todd Michael Lantz's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, ip, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Todd Michael Lantz brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and ip, Todd Michael Lantz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means Todd Michael Lantz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Todd Michael Lantz Handles in Des Moines
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